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koffieTcacao News – November 2026

In recent weeks, new coffee champions have been crowned both in the Netherlands and around the world. Sage is introducing a new version of a popular home espresso machine, Oatly is launching an oat drink with fiber, and Callebaut is introducing a new approach to cocoa fermentation.

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Specialty coffee: from niche to mainstream

Willem Boot learned the trade from his father and witnessed the coffee industry transform. How does the growth of the specialty coffee market benefit farmers, and where will the next innovation begin?

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Interview with Maxwell Colonna-Dashwood: From Artist to Coffee Visionary

Maxwell Colonna-Dashwood is a name synonymous with innovation, craftsmanship, and a distinct vision in the coffee world. The multiple British barista champion and owner of Colonna Coffee was once a visual artist but has since evolved into a coffee visionary and writer. We spoke with him on the occasion of his latest book. This article […]

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10 persistent fables and myths about coffee that you thought were true

In this article, we debunk 10 persistent fables and myths about coffee. From caffeine to Kaldi and from oil to dehydration. What is really true, and what is mostly a persistent misconception?

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In recent weeks, new coffee champions have been crowned both in the Netherlands and around the world. Sage is introducing a new

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Willem Boot learned the trade from his father and witnessed the coffee industry transform. How does the growth of the specialty coffee

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Rotterdam Coffee Fest 2026
From November 5 through 8, Rotterdam will be all about specialty coffee. The Rotterdam Coffee Fest is back with an expanded program,

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KTC News: October Hero
Tea from the fields of Brabant, a roastery looking to phase out gas, and two chocolate bars up for grabs. Plus: a

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Maxwell Colonna-Dashwood

Maxwell Colonna-Dashwood is a name synonymous with innovation, craftsmanship, and a distinct vision in the coffee world. The multiple British barista champion

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koffieTcacao September News
From higher Fairtrade prices and coffee beans for home use to an exhibition on coffee and colonial history: here's what's happening in

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Duikelman Amsterdam - David Appelboom
In Amsterdam's Pijp neighborhood, Duikelman proves that expertise, service, and inventory still make all the difference.

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Coffee and tea experts share seasonal recipes and practical ideas for restaurant menus. The workshops take place at a pick-your-own garden in

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myths about coffee
In this article, we debunk 10 persistent fables and myths about coffee. From caffeine to Kaldi and from oil to dehydration. What

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2026–2027 Dutch Barista Coffee Championships
Sign up now! Latte art, cupping, filter coffee, and barista skills take center stage during competitions in Rotterdam and Amsterdam.

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